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Geospatial Emergency Response Database Coordinator #1348 - Geospatial Technology

Salary
$60,980.00 - $76,225.00 Annually
Location
HAMILTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT, Chattanooga, TN
Job Type
FULL TIME
Job Number
06/15/2026 - 1348
Division
FINANCE DIVISION
Department
Geospatial Technology
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

THIS IS A DEPARMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY. ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE HAMILTON COUNTY GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Under general supervision, is responsible for the management and coordination of all processes regarding the creation, maintenance, vetting, and deployment of spatial data designed for emergency response purposes, and the supervision of two addressing technicians.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

Tasks

Responsible for the maintenance, quality control, and general integrity of Hamilton County’s emergency response databases, and the associated contributing processes and procedures regarding field address verifications and assignments, associated appeals board processes, and verification of data integrity for the Hamilton County 9-1-1 District and the State of Tennessee. This position will liaise all interaction between Geospatial Technology and the 9-1-1 District, and participate in the CAD system load and IT-related functions at the 911 facilities under the shared direction of the 9-1-1 Director of Information Technology. This position directly supervises assigned employees; recommends hires; trains, schedules, assigns, reviews and evaluates work; approves sick and annual leave; performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of federal, state, county laws, rules, regulations, practices, procedures related to geospatial information and emergency response.
Advanced knowledge of computer aided dispatch systems.
Advanced knowledge of geospatial methods, practices and applications.
Advanced knowledge of RapidSOS.
Advanced knowledge of Mobile Maps.
Advanced knowledge of Client/server and computer hardware, software and peripherals specific to geospatial information.
Advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.
Advanced knowledge of analytical and research procedures.
Knowledge of SQL database administration.
Knowledge of common scripting languages, specifically Python and SQL Scripting.
Knowledge of ArcGIS REST API, web applications, and web mapping service creation.
Knowledge of technical systems administration, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of computer systems security methods and practices.
Knowledge of customer service/public relations practices/conflict resolution.
Knowledge of emergency response methods, protocols, and processes.
Skill creating, designing, implementing, and troubleshooting systems applications.
Skill learning and implementing new technologies to better serve the end user.
Skill utilizing verbal and written communication to develop and present reports, training and presentations related to systems needs or innovations.
Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field and five (5) years of direct work experience in spatial data development, analysis, and utilization, one (1) year of which must be in a lead or supervisory role. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

An Associate’s degree in Geographic Information Science, Computer Science, or a closely related field and seven (7) years of direct work experience in spatial data development, analysis, and utilization, one (1) year of which must be in a lead or supervisory role. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

The equivalent of a high school diploma and nine (9) years of direct work experience in spatial data development, analysis, and utilization, one (1) year of which must be in a lead or supervisory role. A valid driver’s license is required.

ADIITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
:
Bachelor of Science degree in GIS or Computer Science and a graduate certificate in Geographic Information Systems from an accredited college are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
:
Work requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, walking and occasional driving. Work also requires concentration on detail and working with computer keyboards for extended periods of time.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.


Hamilton County Government
Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!


Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.


Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits – take a look at a few of those highlighted below…


On-Site Employee Health Clinic

  • No copay to utilize clinic services.
  • Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
  • TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.
(Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County’s insurance are eligible to be seen.)
  • Telehealth - Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
  • One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
  • Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
  • Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.


On-Site Employee Pharmacy

  • Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
  • Over the counter items offered at cost.
  • RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
  • On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.


Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.


Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).

  • The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers.
  • The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.


Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.

  • The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
  • The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
  • The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.


Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.

Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:

-Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD)

-Flexible Spending Account–Health Care -Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care

-Flexible Spending Account–Transportation -Accident Insurance

-Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance


Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees:

Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%.

Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.

401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.

457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.


Pre-Retirement Seminar:

Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include:

  • Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling.
  • Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.
  • Estate Planning
  • Personal Financial Planning
  • TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) – Ham. County Pension
  • Deferred Compensation/457 Plan – Nationwide
  • Social Security Benefits


Parental Leave:

Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.


Paid Time Off:

Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.

  • Years 1 – 5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period.
  • Years 5 – 10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period.
  • Years 11–15: an employee will accrue 8.31hours of leave, per pay period.
  • Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period.

At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013).


Paid Holidays:

Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees.

New Year’s Day Independence Day

M.L. King’s Birthday Labor Day

President’s Day Veteran’s Day

Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days)

Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)

Juneteenth


Wellness Facility:

Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County's health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)

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